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The Nutcracker Christmas Benefit returns with festive dining, performances and other activities to raise funds for the Hong Kong Ballet

BY LEANNE MIRANDILLA

The Hong Kong Ballet’s annual production of the Tchaikovsky classic The Nutcracker has become a cornerstone of the festive season—and for good reason. Besides stunning choreography, the performance transforms the stage into a winter wonderland with beautiful sets and costumes. It’s no wonder, then, that the production also lends its name to the Hong Kong Ballet Guild’s annual holiday fundraising event. With the aim of promoting appreciation of ballet, the guild runs various events throughout the year. For the past 10 years, the guild has put on the Nutcracker Christmas Benefit, a festive event to raise funds for the dance company. Part of these proceeds go directly to the Company’s Dancers’ Sponsorship, providing dancers with training, resources, enriching experiences and much more. This year marks the 40th anniversary of the…

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Tatler Hong Kong (Digital) - 1 Issue, December 2019

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